The Trump administration bypassed Congress regarding spending on August 14, 2026.
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Updated Aug 14
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What happened
The Trump administration bypassed Congress regarding spending on August 14, 2026.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- The administration unilaterally canceled funds and faced criticism over budget overreach without legislative consent.Sub-event
- Collins criticized Trump's executive actions against Congress, including the cancellation of spending approved by the body, while organizations led by Obama administration staff were involved.Sub-event
Administration bypasses Congress on spending.1 source
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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